Property Claims Adjuster (Field / Central California)

Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred and appropriate state adjuster license required., At least 2 years of experience as a property adjuster, with proficiency in Xactimate; Symbility experience is a plus., Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with excellent customer service and interpersonal skills., Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment..

Key responsibilities:

  • Investigate and adjust property and casualty claims, including residential and commercial properties.
  • Examine insurance policies and records to determine coverage and liability.
  • Estimate repair, replacement, or compensation costs and prepare reports of findings.
  • Negotiate settlements with claimants and support litigation processes when necessary.

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Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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Property Field Adjuster (Remote in Central California)

As an adjuster at Sedgwick, you’ll have the opportunity to take on new challenges and help solve complex problems.

  • Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work and your career path. 

  • Must reside in or near central California. Travel in central California required (Fresno, Clovis, Bakersfield and surrounding cities).

  • Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. 

  • Leverage Sedgwick’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. 

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? If you have 2+ years of experience as a property adjuster writing estimates in Xactimate (Symbility experience a plus!) and would like to join one of the premier teams in the industry, we are looking for someone with your level of expertise. This adjuster role will be responsible for investigating and adjusting property and casualty claims, both residential and commercial, with little to no supervision. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Examines insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.
  • Interviews, telephones, and/or corresponds with claimant and witnesses regarding claim.
  • Consults police and hospital records and inspects property damage to determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of investigation according to type of insurance.
  • Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
  • Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.
  • Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
  • Attends litigation hearings.
  • Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
  • Assists in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculates adequate future rates.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Supports the organization's quality program(s).
  • Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months.  Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

Experience
None.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
  • Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
  • Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead
  • Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
  • Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds
  • Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
  • Must have continual use of manual dexterity.

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $72,000.00 to $85,000.00 USD annual salary. Commission eligible role. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. 

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

#LI-REMOTE

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Construction & Civil Engineering
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Negotiation
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Social Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Detail Oriented

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